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volatile

The word “volatile” has 3 syllables: vol-a-tile

It's pronounced as /ˈvɑː.lə.təl/

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In the thesaurus, “volatile” has 46 synonyms and 29 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for volatile along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for volatile

Antonyms for volatile

Meanings of volatile

  • noun
    1. A chemical or compound that changes into a gas easily.
  • adjective
    1. Evaporating or vaporizing readily under normal conditions.
    2. (of a substance) Explosive.
    3. (of a price etc) Variable or erratic.
    4. (of a person) Quick to become angry or violent.
    5. Fickle.
    6. Temporary or ephemeral.
    7. (of a situation) Potentially violent.
    8. (of a variable) Having its associated memory immediately updated with any changes in value.
    9. (of memory) Whose content is lost when the computer is powered down.
    10. Passing through the air on wings, or by the buoyant force of the atmosphere; flying; having the power to fly.

Example Sentences

  • The stock market can be very volatile, with prices changing rapidly.
  • His volatile temper made it difficult to work with him.
  • Chemicals like gasoline are highly volatile and must be handled carefully.
  • The political situation in the region remains volatile and unpredictable.
  • She avoided volatile discussions that could lead to arguments.

On this page you'll find 75 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to volatile, such as: abiding, adaptable, aimless, ambivalent, arbitrary, capricious, certain.

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